Want a Better VR Experience? Ditch the Bluetooth Headphones

Bluetooth Has Too Much Latency Bluetooth always has a higher latency than a wired gadget connection. Itespeciallydoesnt work for VR games, which need to be as responsive as possible to avoid creating motion sickness. You also dont have to worry about charging yet another accessory or potential audio codec issues. Tyler Hayes / How-To Geek The main exception here, perhaps unsurprisingly, is theApple Vision Pro. I personally useApple EarPodsthe 3.5mm jack version, not the Lightning or USB-C versions....

March 14, 2024 · 1 min · 78 words · Jonathon Weber

Windows Paint Gets Another Boost With Better Editing Tools

Paint version 11.2402.32.0 is now testing a slider, giving users more control and sizing options. “Copy” (Ctrl + C) will copy the visible content from the current layer only." It’s worth mentioning that all of these features are currently in the “testing” phase for users. Microsoft Thus, they may not be available to all Insiders. Microsoft will continue testing each tool and expand the rollout for more people as it receives feedback....

March 14, 2024 · 1 min · 72 words · Kristen Anderson

You Can Write Cover Letters and Resumes with AI (But Should You?)

However, is there a catch? Don’t have a resume? Even human-written resumes sound pretty robotic, so the results are more or less in line with the norm. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek That being said, the experience, skills, and overall format are all ChatGPT’s doing. As for cover letters, the same general principles apply. Is It Wrong to Use AI for Your Cover Letter and Resume? The real question here is whether it’s ethical to use AI for job applications....

March 14, 2024 · 2 min · 310 words · Susan Williams

Is ChatGPT a Better Translator Than Google Translate?

On the flip side, Google Translate has been refined over the years and is incredibly precise. This begs the question: Can ChatGPT beat Google Translate at its own game? What Sets Google Translate and ChatGPT Apart in Their Approaches to Translation? Kishan Vyas / How-To Geek Google Translate is a purpose-built tool for language translation. One of the main selling points of machine translation is that they take context into account when translating....

March 13, 2024 · 2 min · 414 words · Jeffrey Flynn

QNAP Alerts Users to a Critical Vulnerability in Its NAS Devices

Customers should update their QNAP NAS devices to the latest firmware to patch the vulnerability. Two medium-severity vulnerabilities have also been patched by QNAP. Tracked asCVE-2024-21900andCVE-2024-21901, the vulnerabilities allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary code or inject SQL through a web connection. It seems that none of the listed vulnerabilities have been used in the wild. However, real-world attacks may occur if customers fail to update their QNAP systems. In any case, these vulnerabilities affect several versions of QNAP’s operating system....

March 13, 2024 · 1 min · 131 words · Jason Gay

The 5 Best Email Client Apps for iPhone

Here are five solid starting points for anyone looking to manage their inbox on the go. Mail supports most email services including iCloud, Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, and IMAP or POP3. The service works particularly well with iCloud email accounts and other Apple-specific features. Tyler Hayes / How-To Geek Apple is also keen on privacy, with the Protect Mail Activity feature enabled by default. This loads content remotely in a bid to defeat tracking pixels and anonymize your inbox....

March 13, 2024 · 2 min · 279 words · Amanda Gregory

The Galaxy A55 Will Skip The United States

However, the upcoming Galaxy A55 wont make it to the United States. However, Samsung has now confirmed toAndroid Policethat the more premium A54 will not arrive in the US. TheiPhone SEstarts at $429, though the smaller screen sizecan be an issuefor some apps and websites. Samsung Theres also theGoogle Pixel 7a, which starts at $500.

March 13, 2024 · 1 min · 55 words · Benjamin Jones

Top Tech Deals: Amazon Fire Max 11, Nebula Projector, Samsung 2TB EVO SSD, and More

We’re back with another round of the best tech deals this week. We have you covered! Amazon Fire Max 11-inch Tablet for $199 ($80 Off)Go Big! Amazon, Jackery, Anker The 11-inch iPad Pro and Samsung’s latestGalaxy Tab S9 are great, but they’re both really expensive. For a similar big-screen tablet experience, consider theAmazon Fire Max 11 for only $199. It also offers good picture quality and decent audio performance. The Amazon Fire Max 11 is Amazon’s biggest tablet to date, providing an amazing, high-quality streaming experience without breaking the bank....

March 13, 2024 · 2 min · 321 words · Mary Turner PhD

Tor Browser Has a New ”WebTunnel” Feature to Avoid Censorship

Government censorship is an issue with many countries worldwide. Some governments will attempt to restrict access to information or otherwise curtail their citizens' right to free speech. Now, Tor wants to help you circumvent censorship with its new WebTunnel feature. This is particularly useful in situations where only certain protocols are allowed and others are blocked. WebTunnel is inspired by HTTPT and wraps the Tor connection within a WebSocket-like HTTPS connection....

March 13, 2024 · 1 min · 91 words · Jeffrey Hicks

Ugreen Nexode Pro 65W USB-C Wall Charger Review: A Must-Have Power Adapter

The front side of the charger is where youll find its two USB-C ports and a single USB-A connection. Complete portability is the name of the game for this Nexode Pro. Its also small enough to tuck into whatever backpack, laptop sleeve, or purse youre touting. Sergio Rodriguez / How-To Geek Besides the charger itself, other box contents include a 16-inchUSB-C cableand a user manual. For instance, this 65W Nexode Pro includes a number of failsafe cutoffs....

March 13, 2024 · 2 min · 225 words · Tonya Brown DDS

YouTube Puts Comments Front and Center in Smart TV App Redesign

Anyway, YouTube says that this redesign will encourage more interactivity from smart TV viewers. The shopping experience is prominently featured inYouTube’s announcementof the app redesign.

March 13, 2024 · 1 min · 25 words · Ralph Lewis

Apple Vision Pro Uncomfortable? You Should Mod It

Theyhavent completelyworked for me. I can only wear it for about 30 minutes at a time. (Though the battery may still limit use to around 2.5 hours.) Tyler Hayes / How-To Geek If you’re curious or searching for another option, Reddit is littered with ideas. Likely because of its low cost, it has been apopular option. Theres also theComfytopone that makes the top strap vertical on your head instead of horizontal....

March 12, 2024 · 2 min · 299 words · Stephanie Hall

Brother MFC-L2820DW XL Review: A Great Printer With Few Frills

If you’re one of these folks, there are plenty of reasons to consider the Brother MFC-L2820DW XL. The machine offers print, copy, scan, and fax functionality. It comes with an efficient 2.7-inch touchscreen display. Bryan M. Wolfe / How-To Geek I used the printer with my MacBook Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and Google Pixel 8 Pro. I also used the Brother Mobile Connect App and the company’s desktop printer app....

March 12, 2024 · 3 min · 576 words · Ariel Pollard